
Notre Dame & Ile de la Cité Private 2-Hour Walking Tour in Paris
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Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 11 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Notre Dame & Ile de la Cité Private 2-Hour Walking Tour in Paris worth booking?
Notre Dame & Ile de la Cité Private 2-Hour Walking Tour in Paris is a 2-hour experience in Paris, France, from $27 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 11 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (11)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $27 per person
Enjoy this 2-hour private tour and learn the history and secrets of Paris, by walking through its Ile de la Cité quarter, one of two natural islands on the Seine River located in the center of the city. We will enter No
What you get
- Private guided tour of Ile de la Cité
- Professional guide
About this experience
Enjoy this 2-hour private tour and learn the history and secrets of Paris, by walking through its Ile de la Cité quarter, one of two natural islands on the Seine River located in the center of the city. We will enter Notre Dame Cathedral and talk about the history of this beautiful monument.
What's included
Included
- Private guided tour of Ile de la Cité
- Professional guide
Not included
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Notre-Dame towers & crypt access is not included
- Skip-the-line for Notre Dame Cathedral is not included and does not exist in general
What you'll see and do
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
Explanations for Notre Dame Cathedral
20 minutes here
Sainte-Chapelle
External view of Sainte Chapelle
Pass by without stopping
Pont Neuf
Pont Neuf
Pass by without stopping
Ile de la Cite
Visit of different spots in Ile de la Cité
Pass by without stopping
Tour Saint-Jacques
External view of Tour Saint Jacques
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
Meeting point outside Cité metro station
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, it, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Napoleone Tour
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Wheelchair accessible with some modifications, please advise when booking
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 11 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
11 verified traveler reviews for Notre Dame & Ile de la Cité Private 2-Hour Walking Tour in Paris. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Napoleone forever
There are those who are born naturally with the qualities of a guide and those who prepare and study to become one. Our guide was certainly born with the right qualities and, what's more, is very well prepared. There are guides specialized for adults or for families. And there are those who are specialized for both. There are those who book a guided tour with some hesitation that it might be a bit boring and then instead will remember it as one of the most beautiful experiences had in Paris.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Excellent tour - a must for Paris.
Megan was an excellent guide guiding us through all the crowds, explaining many details about Notre Dame and its renovation. Our walking tour of the Island was also very good. Her extensive knowledge was imparted to us very well under difficult circumstances especially inside the cathedral.
via Tripadvisor
Great
Prepared guide, very empathetic It tells you about the monuments interspersing historical facts. It makes you see important things that you wouldn't notice.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Discovering Paris
Very interesting group tour, very good guys who provided us with interesting history notions with humor and friendliness.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Great tour
Interesting two-hour tour, Luca our guide proved to be very knowledgeable and guided us in two hours in the Cité. Excellent price/quality ratio.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri
- Price range
- $27 to $61
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Notre Dame & Ile de la Cité Private 2-Hour Walking Tour in Paris: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Notre Dame & Ile de la Cité Private 2-Hour Walking Tour in Paris cost?
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Prices start at $27 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Paris usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Notre Dame & Ile de la Cité Private 2-Hour Walking Tour in Paris take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Paris is not rushed.
Is Notre Dame & Ile de la Cité Private 2-Hour Walking Tour in Paris worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 11 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Notre Dame & Ile de la Cité Private 2-Hour Walking Tour in Paris?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Notre Dame & Ile de la Cité Private 2-Hour Walking Tour in Paris suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Notre Dame & Ile de la Cité Private 2-Hour Walking Tour in Paris?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Paris can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Paris and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Notre Dame & Ile de la Cité Private 2-Hour Walking Tour in Paris start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Paris within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Paris?
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Paris rewards travelers who book ahead. The headline museums sell timed entry weeks out, the best food walks cap at eight people, and the Seine cruises that are worth doing are the ones that leave after sunset. Everything below is scored by the Outty Ranking so you can tell a genuine local favorite from a coach-tour filler in a single glance. On Outty we rank every Paris experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX, Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Paris?
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April to June and September to October, when queues thin out and terraces stay open late. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Paris?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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